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Life topic: Music
Retired rapper comes back swinging
Inspired by the movie of the same name, Jay-Z’s American Gangster, which dropped Nov. 6, is a sure hit as he uses the album’s 13 tracks to tell the story of one man, one American Gangster.… Read »
A new fab five show maturity and flair
It is hard to believe that it has been five years since Maroon 5’s first and only album, Songs About Jane. The delay is a result of their many successful singles from Jane and years of touring.… Read »
Professor releases international CD
One of the university’s very own professors and composer-in-residence, Dan Locklair has had some of his best music compiled by Naxos Records and put onto a CD that is part of the “American… Read »
Band to brighten Ziggy’s final months
For those students not interested in attending the Florida State vs. Wake Forest football game Oct. 11 or those intending to leave at halftime, Sister Hazel is making its final appearance at Ziggy’s.… Read »
Common plays a soulful show
“Yeah you know how we do. We do it for the people.” The Bounce Tour 2007, featuring Q-Tip and Common, proved that Common really does do what he does for “The People,” as his hit… Read »
Animal Collective leaves crowd smiling
Prominent “experimental folk” band Animal Collective is currently riding a swell of critical praise for its most recent album Strawberry Jam, which recently debuted at No. 5 on the Independent… Read »
Band’s third album exhibits mature sound
After losing his job in a dot-com bust in 2002, Zach Schwartz, known as Zach Rogue, left his home in San Francisco and headed for New York with spontaneity and unabashed ambition reminiscent of Jack Kerouac’s… Read »
West’s artistic growth evident in latest album
Poor Kanye West. This summer, he had to deal with 50 Cent’s fighting words and getting snubbed at MTV’s Video Music Awards five times. Read »
Original sounds, deep lyrics make a wonderful Life
Mika duly encapsulates a youthful, energetic vibe and a sedated maturity in his premiere album, Life in Cartoon Motion, with a sound that borrows from jazz, rock, pop and classical. Read »
Guitarist’s technical prowess wows crowd
The music of Jason Vieaux that floated over the audience Sept. 6 in Brendle Recital Hall was truly incredible. This guitarist provided the audience with an experience to remember. Read »